2017 Cadillac CT6 - Review and Road Test

[@marceljjones1428]

Absolutely beautiful car

[@joshn938]

What a nice looking car. can't wait to get one used after the depreciation hit in 5-10 years.

[@noahboock]

Down to $27k rn for one with 13k miles

[@lordodin401]

It came earlier than what you expected

[@joshn938]

@@lordodin401 Nah, 21K still too much. Another couple of years ought to do it. My Infiniti still has pretty low miles to want to trade it in.

[@lordodin401]

Josh Nixon How often do you refill your engine with oil?

[@joshn938]

@@lordodin401 I check once a week, but it burns very little, maybe 1/4 of a quart every 3,000 miles. I've kept it well-maintained. It only has 102K miles on it, has a long way to go. I usually trade my cars in once they hit 150K. That's when the repairs start getting pricy.

[@bill_4888]

Have owned a CT6 for two months and I like it. Yes, it has a solid, firm ride on 19" 245/45 tires and test drove one with 20" 245/40's that was so beyond firm it nearly shook apart. Nice styling, nice technology and exceptionally comfortable seats.

[@bill_4888]

Well, it didn't last..... my opinion at two months changed as the cheap thing fell apart... tires were defective, rear axle failed, tranmsission failed and door gaps were so uneven that the front fender had to be removed and re-aligned. Nice looking car, but what a mess.

[@michaelmcmillon5933]

Bill _ oh wow, did you have the active chassis on it?

[@Namburiadityasairam2605]

@@bill_4888 should have bought a Lincoln if you wanted American luxury

[@theentertainahtalkinsports1872]

Bill _ Rear entertainment system ?

[@LamontBoucherville]

@Iftekhar Alam Ishti yes you should. Cadillac is the best brand

[@dmax5678]

I disagree when people say this is not a full size luxury sedan. This car is huge!

[@haquekhan4271]

One thing I gotta say is that it's a very beautiful design. Definitely better than its rivals.

[@JOHNWAYNE1920]

I like how he says it's midsize despite leading all but one of the other full size cars in passenger volume with 110 cubic feet. The others BMW 740 Li (115 cubic feet), the Hyundai Equus (111) and Genesis (109), Mercedes-Benz S-Class (109), Audi A8L (107), Lincoln MKS (105) and Ford Taurus (102).

[@tylerkawall4461]

Uh... its bigger than a full-sized chevy impala. In terms of dimensions, its a very large car. Its barely smaller than those more expensive flagship german sedans, but it's full sized.

[@damilolaakanni]

Size wise, between the 2017 LS460 and LS460L. It was priced like the E class and 5 series on the low end though.

[@S955US84]

Car drives like a dream. Quick, smooth, quiet and amazingly nimble.

[@normt430]

Our 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in puts my passengers to sleep!

[@bttawfiq]

I don't know why some people keep saying the CT6 is not a full size or compare it to mid size Germans, it is longer and wider than the Lexus LS and only 2 inches shorter than the S-Class and 7 series

[@jarforsythe]

I am not too crazy about this car in general and confused about the Cadillac sedan cannibalism. I did however become interested in this vehicle when I had one following me and recognized the orgasmic level of road presence this car has. I was impressed. Still won’t get one until it depreciates to the extremes in a few years.

[@realgeez2011]

I hate when reviewers say this isn't a full size vehicle or it straddles the line between e class and s class. It is 2 inches shorter than an S class and is longer than my 2013 bmw 750i which no one would say is a mid size vehicle. I believe it is 8 inches longer than an e class and 5 series. That being said Cadillac did cheap out on a few details like manual rear shades... Anyway its a great beautiful car for the money and the ride quality is actually fantastic. Very comparable to my beamer. I have the alpina so my car is much faster, Cadillac really needs to put a twin turbo v8 in this thing along with soft close doors, and adjustable ambient lighting

[@liberalweirdo7886]

realgeez2011 the TT V8 is here. I agree the car could use ambient lighting however soft close doors are a stupid costly option that I just don’t get the point of at all.

[@freewayninja4065]

I can boldly say this competes with the CLS from Mercedes, 6 Series from BMW & A7 from Audi

[@Fomotomo1]

Kufre Udobong drive it first.. I thought the same thing until I drove it.

[@Fomotomo1]

Chao Zhang I think it's worse in my opinion. I just felt like it was a really well loaded Buick. Audi and Mercedes ooze with class. But that's just my opinion. You may love it! It's a nice car no doubt

[@northamericanauto43]

But it isn't as good.

[@jesselackey5333]

Driving a loaded CT6 right now. Its a cool car. I love how the drivers position is so versatile. You can set the seat on the floor if you want. Wouldn't recommend, she rides a little.....rigid ya. Fast though.

[@keithbowers5255]

I ended up getting the #Lincoln #Continental...love the plush comfort ride

[@normt430]

The Cadillac sedans have all been driver focused with extremely good handling. The CT6 has a Tesla-like giga cast for the front strut tower areas so the steering input is as good as it come in large lux sedan segment. None one will match the lightness in the segment.

[@normt430]

@@keithbowers5255 I would have considered a Conty if they offered PHEV version. I need better fuel economy and the 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in was the right choice getting over 100 miles per gallon and 2,000 miles per tankful. Plus the Lincoln sedans are FWD based and RWD like Cadillac.

[@Trussme96]

Can wait to buy one of these for 20 grand in 5 years.

[@redjontue]

TyranitarComedian with 65k miles on it or more

[@earthakitt3661]

About 5k depreciation each year.

[@TeeroyHammermill]

Nah Probably 20k-30k miles on it. I'm sure most will be sold to retirees.

[@Trussme96]

Yoshiaki K. Probably the best bang for the buck other than the Genesis.

[@matthewlocke157]

ShoryukenDatAzz guys STOP COMPARING FOREIGN CARS TOO AMERICAN CARS!!! Nobody can get the feeling of driving a rear wheel drive Cadillac other than REAR WHEEL DRIVE CADILLAC if you cross shop a CT6 with a Genesis... you have obviously never driven a CT6!!!

[@Jwill5151988]

Very nice to see KBB a bit more critical in these recent reviews.

[@Roderickdl]

This car is full size.

[@coureurdebois]

incredible this is just a mid level trim, this completely blows away the continental, Q70, and LS out of the water with superior interior materials, more features, more technology, and far more performance thanks to weighing less than 5 series all while coming in at a similar price t the 5 series. well done Cadillac.

[@alanexknight9810]

justin bouche Reliability? Worst in class

[@MrYishaiShields]

Alanex Knight its brand new, they will work out the problems. the LS is very old the and the 750 is no where near as sporty. the s class starts where this finishes.

[@alanexknight9810]

Yishai Shields Sporty... Hmm I'll take audi s8. The cadillac will be far back 500km lol

[@MrYishaiShields]

Alanex Knight are you 15? the s8 is $116k the ct6 twin turbo is $87k!! You can't compare the two. for 29k I could drop a LS v8 with 800hp in the ct6

[@alanexknight9810]

Yishai Shields Are you 9? The ' S class' s is meant as S600 but it does have other models Such as s55 and others, at least mention which your referring to.

[@TeeroyHammermill]

He says it's "not quite midsize-not quite full size" yet it has a 122" wheelbase where the 96 Fleetwood has a 121.5" wheelbase. How is this not a full size car when the Fleetwood of the 90's was classified as a "large car"?

[@KingBaldEagle1984_Prosperity]

dstarks80 I would like for Cadillac to start building them DTS , fleetwoods again

[@Roderickdl]

The auto journalist just got the description of this car just wrong. Cadillac is pricing it as a midsize, you are correct with this is a full sized D segment vehicle.

[@aayonce4]

Shade at the end lol. “If you still want a CT6 expect to pay...” lol

[@justrandomthings319]

I'm part of the quality control team for this car. It's weird seeing it being reviewed here.

[@warrenpuffit3556]

GM, the antithesis of quality

[@edwardabraham2238]

Not quite. GM's quality is on par with any of the foreign makes; it's Ford that has quality problems.

[@adriangarza6452]

GM sucks.

[@emdb1981]

Lordy I can’t tell you how much trouble I’ve had with mine!

[@ay3514]

Eric Bell what kind of problems you had

[@vicdamondjr5077]

That's a big 4 cylinder,I drove one last week that sound system is dynamic

[@missmia3678]

Love my 2018 3.0TT Platinum..

[@normt430]

We have a 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in that I have owned for 2-years. It has been thr longest I have owned a car for a decade or two!

[@fiifijohnson5139]

@Norm T I’m looking to purchase the 2017 CTE 2.0E plug in hybrid. Have you had any issues in the two years which will now be 3 years if ownership?

[@Xingularity]

I hope it does well enough to warrant a ver. 2

[@WizzleBerryPi]

Zach has been doing a great job lately. Nice review!

[@183alee]

American ingenuity. I love the Cadillacs .

[@charlesdalton985]

I’ve no idea why this just showed in my suggested list, but there are so many inaccuracies, I hope no one listened to this back in 2017. Example? The digital mirror works perfectly at night.

[@normt430]

I don't used the rear view camera at night. Just see glaring lights. The wide angle works good during the day especially when there three in the back seat blocking rear vision.

[@anupam6192]

The reviewers in this channel are pleasantly funny..

[@1234panther1234]

2:11 I see manual transmission knob with an automatic gearbox sequence configuration. Can someone explain this for me?

[@bryansmith5279]

Nice review again Zach.... that pedestrian warning kicking in TWICE with no pedestrians in sight...would have that flatbedded to the dealer extremely fast...amongst other items I’m sure !! It’s a caddy...when you step on it...I want to hear raw power... not tinny turbo whine.

[@PresentedByBailey]

I'm curious what is so much better in the Mercedes in the the infotainment area?

[@normt430]

Nothing wrong with the old CUE or thr newer one.

[@tubemaniac206]

what would be considered full size sedan? this is a big car.

[@philcox6761]

The "F.U." on the touch pad segment was inspirational

[@TodayWithDustin]

How did Cadillac just do that? Nissan has its Maxima which is trying to be in many categories and other cars do the same it's not just Cadillac.

[@TropicalVibesBella]

nice technology and exceptionally comfortable seats.

[@RatimirRS]

A detailed and fairly objective review as always. Thanks, and keep up the good work!

[@glendaly6367]

I don't know why Cadillac even offered the 4 cylinder turbo. They should have only offered the two different v-6's. You can only get so much refinement from a 4 cylinder.

[@cyrilmatthew2995]

the engine options are xactly as same as Lincoln's continental ... one of the sexiest midrangers i hv ever seen for thar price

[@eltigrenahual4945]

I would like a V version of this car.

[@gentle285]

Thank you for an honest review!

[@kbb]

You're welcome!

[@brandongary3130]

I'll wait for the 19 model year when the bugs are fixed & the super cruise is available across the model year

[@nicholascremato]

I want to buy one and they have just discontinued it. It's an S class that doesn't need repair every day!

[@andrewlangellier6104]

nicholascremato no they didn’t discontinue it 🤦‍♂️

[@whosdondada]

Not discontinued

[@omarfrom7118]

7:51 I see kbb is throwing shade 😂

[@coreycaswell6006]

Wow, me and my family will have ball. The business does not stop there a night out on the town with my partners will be good for making a deal come together

[@sdstang01]

Where did Zach go? I miss him

[@BLACKHOLE498]

Is this the car Ray Donovan's driving in season 6?

[@S955US84]

Drives like a dream - agile, quick, amazing brakes, smooth and incredibly quiet - even at highway speeds. The 4 cylinder turbo version is virtually as quick as the standard 6 cylinder model. The visibility from inside to the sides and rear is miserably bad, especially from the rear seat. I've owned Cadillacs in the past. Though I was tempted, I passed on the CT-6.

[@frankburns8871]

Great car in so many ways. But if I want European dynamics, I'll buy a BMW or Mercedes. The XTS is way more Cadillac, and way less trying to be something else.

[@coflyer2949]

Does anyone know what the song is at 0:25?

[@coflyer2949]

If anyone's wondering I was thinking of popstar from Rooney

[@pslim68]

All things being equal, that sounds system is a game changer

[@normt430]

The base Bose sucks compared to the upgraded Bose in my 2018 Buick Regal.

[@pslim68]

@@normt430 That's not a bse Bose system so I fail to understand the point of your comment lol Good for you buddy....

[@AA-pk2ww]

Beutiful car in beautiful landscape…

[@learzetur6]

can you guys please review the Tesla P100D 😃

[@Porsche996driver]

Great design.

[@dmorean]

you forgot to review the autonomous driving features...

[@ast5515]

The pedestrian detection system does more harm than good. Imagine someone driving behind you not really paying attention when your car decides to floor the brakes because it saw a street sign and a tree.

[@charlemagen5356]

you can turn it off. problem solved, easy.

[@ast5515]

Charlemagen Not really. If you just bought the car, you probably don't know that it is dangerous until it happens. And it only has to happen once...

[@amacl10]

ast5515 Then you sue GM. If an old lady who sued McDonalds for not putting "warning: hot contents" on their coffee cups can walk home with over 500,000 in her pocket, imagine what you could get out of this situation.

[@JahnoKestt]

I think you need to take a second look at the old lady and McDonalds, it isn't what you think it is. But yes, sue GM for a system that isn't quite fleshed out and unsafe. These things should be tested more thoroughly.

[@chrissorreda4982]

It won't stop because of a stop sign or a 'tree' on the side of the road in the first place. What kind of argument is this.

[@bill_4888]

The 2016. 17 and 2018 CT6 is an entry level luxury car cursed with a crude transmission. My 2017 PremLux CT6 has had a miserable first year with build-quality issues and transmission replacement at 2,500 miles. Nice looking car but in my opinion based on my experience, it's cheaply built with a lurching & confused transmission.

[@normt430]

The transmission fluid is hydroscopic ands to be flushed the first couple of years and it'll smooth out.

[@babaktaherian]

OK before I even start I need to say I am a Cadillac fan. I test drove this car a couple weeks ago. I was stunned how nice the exterior looked. The car certainly asserts presence. How ever, comparing it to the competition depending on what they are; I was disappointed by the low resolution rear view camera, Very noisy engine that sounds like a minivan and not so great fit and finish of the interior relative to the sticker price. Bottom line if anyone opts for the nicer iterations of the car (Twin turbo V6); they will cost in the 80k range; A much more equipped BMW 740i (extended wheelbase here in the US) with a more refined twin turbo v6 engine that has much better ride quality, handling and most importantly rear leg room would cost about the same. Perhaps few thousand dollars more. I think Cadillac as a brand is still CONFUSED. I cannot understand why do they insist on playing this game of designing cars that are not exactly mid size and at the same time not full size either. I don't think this car will end up selling much as long as that confusion exists. By the way, they still have XTS is their line up which is practically has the same interior size which is another confirmation on the confusion that is so serious in Cadillac philosophy.

[@abtinpanahi5531]

BMW 740i and 740d are straight 6 not v6 its much smoother

[@normt430]

The 3.6TT V6 in our old 2014 XTS Vsport had a little lope to it. I adjusted the timing at idle and it helped. But with a ECU tune the LF3 could easily handle 600 lb-ft of torque and would spin the front tires at 50 mph!

[@lngvly22]

i want a really good big American car, with a huge engine, front bench seats and massive trunk.

[@goodlife1500]

Great review Zach.

[@avinashsinha7464]

Cadillac need to open the showroom and service centre in india... it will be huge demands for this car in my country. Very nice car.

[@KingBaldEagle1984_Prosperity]

I wish Cadillac would bring back the Brougham, DTS , or fleetwood . I miss Cadillacs real full sized cars. Please consider building them again.

[@edsongarcia8608]

I love your videos

[@howerd6241]

Beautiful and Good car even can beat E-class,of course will popular in China market,why in U.S. people like Japanese car? And I was checked Toyota and Honda price are not cheaper and they always use cheapest parts and very low technology to produce ,why? because they said 1000000000 mileages no need change oil? or can fly?

[@ShizaP]

great car just needs to lower the price a bit

[@Yetbruh]

Excatly what I'm saying and u was thinking abt getting one of these as my first car smh

[@acaff23]

these are $20000 now lol 80000 miles tho

[@jasonl753]

Deville has softer seats, ride quality and better sound canceling than newer cadillacs. Ironically..

[@DiwaGalvez]

This or the Genesis G90, regardless of badge?

[@clint0073]

Diwa Galvez I would buy the Cadillac

[@ryansimpson8564]

Diwa Galvez g90

[@ICECUBE682]

cadillac of course

[@warrenpuffit3556]

genesis all the way!!

[@weedmastersr]

Cadillac.

[@matthewsahr5205]

Ct6 or g90, continental, ls, or s90

[@gokitrimi]

does anybody know the song in the video

[@feeling1ful]

Why paint the lower rear panel black? Yuck!

[@BTC909]

V16 worthy engine bay?

[@lalaburger5963]

Are you dumb?

[@Demargj2]

I think this guy is out of touch and insulting to older generation buyers. We don't all want cloud riding cars. And we don't all have canes and walkers. What an insult. Kelly blue book needs a better reviewer. One that keeps the insults to himself

[@wendellworth353]

I would not buy one. It has no on-board weapons like torpedoes and machine guns.

[@principeraphael4859]

I see Zach has been eating some of Micah's silly soup. Keep it up.

[@earlthompson6984]

Drive an XTS, and prefer it over the CT6, which I have also driven. It is not worth Cadillac is asking for it.

[@timetravler3arewethereyet639]

dude lol i love this car im a porsche an benz owner at heart however i just cat get past the whole driving a caddie thing but this model is nice.

[@bigmo1699]

Nightbird what Cadillac do u recommend for your first car

[@timetravler3arewethereyet639]

either the CT6 or the ATS the new stuff i can handle but as a black man it just bothers me with that old stigma of black man and his caddie i grew up on on porsche cuz mom an dad drove one so i had to drive one but the new caddies are nice tho.

[@timetravler3arewethereyet639]

what a kool thing to say an thanxs.. and true lol i just might pull the trigger on that CT6 tho.. i really like that one.

[@normt430]

@@timetravler3arewethereyet639 I have owned both ATS and CT6. Had a XTS too. All were great used bargains and held their value really well for a luxury brand.

[@monkeyonwheelz]

whats the name of the song please?

[@MM-ss9mp]

Lazare Gubeladze darude - Sandstorm

[@robertwilliams5015]

Just cant see why anyone would want the turbo 4. I mean the mpg savings are minor in my opinion. I've driven both and the difference is DRAMATIC. The 4 cylinder feels soooooo underpowered, it literally feels like you might break something when trying to jockey for position entering an on ramp.

[@normt430]

We have the 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in PHEV and regularly see 40 mpg after the battery is used up. I'm seeing over 100 mpg and about 2,000 miles on a tank of gas. That beats everything from Toyota today!

[@Alisters_Adventures]

So you’re saying this car has a poor ride quality, that’s harsh bumpy? Why don’t you just say it instead of beating around the bush?

[@nicholascremato]

You are totally off. I collect SS and want a sporty sedan just like this.

[@MrROCKMUZK]

Sadly & luckily Cadillac has become the sexiest used car to own that will work for your budget..your style...and hummm?...at least youll still drop jaws at a wedding reception and go thru traffic lights if you lead a motorcade of 2 more caddies depending on the color lmao

[@wholeNwon]

But will it still be on the road and a joy to drive after 20 years like my Lexus? I think I know the answer. I even remember the "Northstar" engine.

[@normt430]

The GM Ecotec 2.0T has been out since 2006 and 3.6L has been out similar time. These won't cost a fotune to fix like you Lexus.

[@DSNCB919]

i like this car but i hardly ever see it on the road

[@djroddking]

DSNCB919 thats why you should buy it, almost nobody has it

[@DSNCB919]

Mr.Rod TV agreed

[@jamelmoore4356]

The CT6 in general is such a mixed bag! I like the lightweight and decent handling, but the interior styling and refinement is lacking compared to comparable luxury sedans! Hopefully the Escala capitalizes on luxury, technology, refinement, and quality!

[@chauanhbui2836]

Đây mới là chiếc xe tôi thích!

[@benevolentson7328]

The music sounds like the soundtrack to 28 days later

[@Trades46]

It is nice, but don't expect to sell many stateside. Cadillac still hasn't got the image of a true luxury performer yet and large executive sedans isn't really popular these days outside of chauffeurs & limos. Last check, hired drivers don't care much for driving fun in such a big heavy luxury car. I also think the pricing is a bit optimistic, yes it does undercut 7 series, A8 and S-class slightly, but again the Germans have the unbeatable image and history on their side. Let's be honest, this car is designed NOT for Americans but mainly destined for Chinese buyers. GM is having a easier time selling luxury sedans there than try to coy SUV-loving Americans from their gas guzzling high-riding crossovers. A good product, but not what customers are demanding for here.

[@BSoulMan]

Trades46 You hit the nail on the head, it’s a nice car, and all the cool accessories (via eBay) are available from China. I just bought a 2018 Platinum CT6 for almost 43% off, an $89,250 car with 7k miles for $55K! Driving this car is so much fun! Spent around $300-$400 on parts which cover up most of the black plastics and the car actually looks nice inside- how GM should had done it...

[@cesarcastillo2405]

Is it me, or in the beginning of the video, the chrome frame on the rear door is a bit uneven and sticks out? Or maybe the door is not fully closed.

[@dakeda2024]

feels pretty good knowing my 96 deville could eat this up

[@LamontBoucherville]

I've got a 94 DeVille myself

[@eddyeroyal6024]

I would purchased this one if still available and not fix my 2011 DTS.

[@AndrewChan84]

The pedestrian detection auto-braking system is crap and intrusive.

[@burnTrobot]

Turn it off then

[@Coodeville]

I just looked at a 2018 for 39g with 23k on it. Wasn't worth it.

[@normt430]

They hold their value really well!

[@NovieBigSad]

Great review although the choice in background music isn't the best. Gives off a very gloomy vibe

[@nknasi]

34 speakers in a car? I'd expect that at SEMA, not in a production car

[@theswaff699]

nknasi General Motors Design Team- Why the fuck not.

[@fatbowe]

....All your videos makes me ask this question... ...Do your feet hurt? or do you just walk that way.....;--)..........

[@Gorilla_Jones]

This car is still really pretty.

[@58631061]

S class rivals ?

[@normt430]

In fuel economy and light weight.

[@papichulo7757]

Never buy used what's the point

[@javvenlapierre1069]

so I'll take the Lincoln

[@MrYishaiShields]

Ja'Vven La'Pierre the Lincoln is just a tarted up Ford. I'll pass on the Ford.

[@javvenlapierre1069]

and dis is a chevy

[@honorableeuropeannationali8742]

Ja'Vven La'Pierre Uh, no it's not. What is this badge-engineered from, if ya don't mind me asking?

[@coureurdebois]

the Continental is a Buick competitor, its also a FWD car. not to mention the interior is flooded with injection mold and un-treated leather unlike the CT which is dripped with nappa leather, suede, carbon, and real wood. the continental does battle with the lesser Lacrosse not the CT which is in another league and weighs 700+ lbs less.

[@chavisberrien8595]

Honorable European Nationalist gm

[@Towert7]

I would never, NEVER, buy a car that panic braked to a stop on its own. Screw that! Sounds like a good way to CAUSE an accident.

[@baberpervez]

Feature can be turned off through the touch panel settings. What do you think about that ?

[@TwoWheelWarrior]

Music reminds me of the movie 28 Days Later. So does the host...